I went to ECLC as a child and it was magical. The fact that 35 years later my kids found it magical…read moreas well makes it an amazing and rare unicorn of a preschool. Both of my children have graduated from this Early Childhood Learning Center in the last few years. Both were completely ready for kindergarten academically and socially. The nurturing and values they teach are to me the most important part. The staff is creative and always changing up the activities and decor. For example they don't just have an area for kids to ride tricycles they made a path with a bridge. At one point it had a car wash and now they are making a gas station. I truly felt my children were loved and safe at ECLC. I would recommend it with ten stars if I could.

My daughter went here from ages 2-4 and we had a wonderful experience. Really appreciated the…read moreflexibility and the warm family like environment. I always felt very informed and loved the play based yet well rounded curriculum

This was our family's first year at this school, and it ended up meaning so much to us…read more My son who just turned 3, had Ms. Orozco, and at the beginning of the year he was very shy and had a hard time adjusting. Ms. Orozco was so patient, warm, and encouraging that she made him feel comfortable right away. Over time, we watched him slowly open up, and before long he was actually excited to go to school. He would come home talking about her and everything he was learning, and it was such a joy to see how much confidence she helped him build. She truly helped him break out of his shell, and we are amazed by how much he learned this year. Ms. Orozco is truly an exceptional teacher. My daughter had Ms. Hernandez and Ms. Tan as she entered 2nd grade, and she was also a little shy because she didn't know anyone. They were so kind and supportive and really encouraged her to make new friends and feel like she belonged. We saw such wonderful growth in her throughout the year, both emotionally and academically, and that means so much to us as parents. It was clear that they truly care about their students and want to see them succeed. We also want to thank the front office staff, who were always great and made communication easy throughout the year. They were helpful, welcoming, and always pleasant to work with. The principal is also very attentive and approachable, which made us feel even more confident in the school. Overall, we are so grateful for the love, support, and dedication shown to our children this year. It was a wonderful first year, and we truly appreciate everyone who played a part in helping our kids grow and feel happy at school. We can't wait to see the kids continue to grow in this school system over the years to come

They say it takes a village...what better village than Arborland Montesorri!…read more Dr Chen and Ms Chen have created a wonderful place where kids can thrive and really come into their own. It's been a pleasure watching our kids grow under the tutelage of Ms Cole (and Ms Rokosz) and Ms Villaruel and her aides. Admin staff Ms Bree and Ms Kristine are great as well. One thing that stands out is the emphasis on public speaking and developing self-confidence through a variety of performances, events and daily tasks. Academically, expect your kids to reach higher (national) grade equivalency due to their strong course curriculum. Some things that we've grown to appreciate: - Variety of after school activities - Amazing teachers and staff - Convenient location for pickup/dropoff - Involved community via engaged students and parents - Lunch menu that kids actually look forward to eating - Annual events and performances It's unfortunate reading some of the negative reviews. What I've encountered has been nothing but positive feedback and a tribe of dedicated individuals who truly want to see your child succeed.

so happy to have found this preschool! I basically toured every school in Fullerton/Brea/La Habra…read moreand loved the open/bright layout of the toddler classrooms! The teachers/director were so welcoming and I knew I wanted to sign my daughter here! I feel so confident leaving my daughter in their care, when I drop her off I see her holding her teachers hand or hugging leaning towards the teachers. My daughter is very attached to me and usually cries but after the first week no tears at drop off! It's a great feeling dropping off your little one and they are happy to go! I highly recommend this school and knew we made the right choice :)!

My 2 year old child attended this preschool for the 2024-2025 school year and it was such a…read morepositive experience. The teachers and staff here are nothing short of wonderful. They are all credentialed and I really appreciated their attentiveness and willingness to help meet the individualized needs of my child. They have great activities that help not only develop social skills but academic ones as well. I am really disheartened they do not offer a full time or later extended hour program. If they ever do I will be instantaneously back. I am extremely grateful to the staff for making my child's first time preschool experience so positive. The Green classroom ( ages 18months -2 years) have amazing base teachers and aids. With the aids there was regularly 3/4 adults present in the class room, paired with the small class sizes it is no wonder the children strive here.

My daughter has been enrolled at Wilshire Avenue for almost a year now. It has been the best…read moredecision I've ever made for her! They learn, play, and create every single day. Her teacher, Mrs. Stephanie has been instrumental in her progress this year and I am so thankful for her! All of the teachers support each student and are so patient and understanding. I highly recommend this preschool!

This review is so overdue. Our son started at Wilshire almost a year ago and it was the best…read moredecision we made for him when choosing a preschool. He has been in Mrs. Stephanie's class since and she is just such a dream! She has nurtured, loved and taught our son so much! He is so happy in her classroom and even thinks of her on the weekends. After only a few weeks at Wilshire he would come home and say "I love Mrs. Stephanie." His words warm our hearts and make us feel so at peace to drop him off everyday. There's no better peace of mind than knowing there is a loving teacher ready and willing to love and teach your child while you are away. Mrs. Stephanie is so creative her classroom is always so beautifully decorated, organized and clean! Her passion for keeping a safe, healthy and happy environment for her students shows. We receive daily updates so we always feel connected with what's going on in the classroom. Mrs. Stephanie is such a blessing to our family. We enrolled our son at Wilshire Ave after a terrible experience at a different preschool and we were very nervous about this change but Mrs. Stephanie quickly helped us overcome any apprehension about enrolling our son in preschool. I would 10/10 recommend Mrs. Stephanie at Wilshire Ave to other families. Wilshire Ave Preschool is a loving, Christ-filled place where children thrive.

We are so fortunate to have found Arborland Montessori. We love all the school programs, especially…read morethe dual language program. And the staffs are even more outstanding! My oldest is now in the Primary class with Maestra Michelle and Maestra Aurora, and my second is finishing the toddler class with Ms Karla and her assistants, Ms Melissa, Ms Ally, and Ms Marissa. The most comforting part for me is to know that my kids are in great care with their teachers. I randomly received personal messages from Ms Karla and Maestra Michelle about my kids' day, their accomplishments, or just something silly they did, with a picture! I cannot express how lucky we are to have teachers that genuinely love the kids so much. It has been such joy to see our kids thrive academically, socially, emotionally, and in every way! I remember when they first started school, they were little people that barely knew how to talk. Day after day, month after month, they started to put words together, making sentences, then started to tell stories about their day at school. One day they surprised me with putting away their own toy! Then another surprise, putting on their own shoes! They learned independence, and courtesy, and so much more! We are so happy that our kids are at Arborland, thriving under lots of love and care. Thank you Arborland! Especially to the teachers and staffs!!

Arborland Montessori School has been an amazing foundation for my child's success. The school…read moreoffers so many enriching experiences--from cultural events to academic competitions--that truly build confidence and character. Because of Arborland, my child is now a strong public speaker, excels academically, and has formed lasting friendships. She's currently in Junior Honor Society, taking dual-enrollment classes, and still receives guidance from her former Montessori teachers. Choosing Arborland was one of the best decisions our family has ever made.

I would like to take a moment to praise Acacia Montessori Infant Daycare. My daughter started in…read moreJuly of this year at just 3 months old when I had to return to work. Leaving her was difficult, but knowing she was with Ms. Maria and her wonderful Buzzy Bees team gave me so much peace of mind. Their constant communication, care, and genuine commitment to helping her transition--from being in mommy's arms to being surrounded by new faces--made all the difference. I'm extremely pleased and grateful for the nurturing environment they provide. Thanks to the Buzzy Bees, my daughter has truly thrived. She has met many of her milestones early, and now at 7 months, she's crawling, climbing, and even standing on her own. I couldn't be happier with the love and support she receives every day.

We've had a wonderful experience with the infant program here. My son started here when he was 6…read moremonths and now, he is 2 years attending the toddler side. Ms. Maria and her team are truly exceptional -- From day one, it was clear how much love and respect they have for the babies, and that gave us so much peace of mind as parents. The teachers communicate thoughtfully , trusting someone with your infant is one of the hardest things as a parent, but Ms. Maria made that transition feel safe and reassuring. The teachers love, patience, and attentiveness are truly special. They don't just care for the babies -- they genuinely nurture them. Because of these teachers, we've seen so much beautiful growth in our child's development. From increased confidence and curiosity to reaching new milestones, it's clear how intentional and thoughtful their care is. They take the time to understand each baby and support them as individuals. Knowing our child is learning, growing, and loved every day gives us incredible peace of mind. We're deeply grateful for these teachers ( Ms. Maria , Ms. Daisy, Ms. Jenn , Ms. Jay , Ms. Kim) and the impact they've had on our family.

We sent both kids to Lighthouse and it was the best decision we made! The school director, Mrs…read more Heather and everyone single teacher we had was nothing short of amazing. The dedication from the teachers is felt daily. All love here.

Our daughter went to Lighthouse Preschool for 2 years and had an incredible experience in the…read morepreschool and pre-k classes. All of the teachers are so kind and loving and made our daughter feel cared for and encouraged. It is a very clean, friendly, and safe preschool. Mrs. Heather, the director is wonderful to work with and helps make each student thrive. Our daughter's favorite part was building relationships with her teachers Mrs. Kira, Mrs. Laurdes, Mrs. Tiffany, Mrs, Sarah, and Mrs. Kilty.

This place was charging us so much a month and literally told me there was something wrong with our…read moredaughter. They tried to force us to get an aide for her and wouldn't let her come unless one of us parents was there with her. What's the point of paying for private care if a parent has to be there? They ere understaffed and just didn't want to deal with any children who were different. So if your child isn't a robot this place isn't for them. My daughter is now 7 but this nightmare place still lives rent free in my mind. They treated us unfairly and the owner Cynthia projected a lot of her insecurities on us adults. At the end they would not return my money and stole it from me. They suggested my daughter had a learning disability and it ended up being just a speech delay. Imagine hiring a whole bunch of college graduates and not being able to distinguish the difference.

The first time I came to visit Discovery Gardens, I cried with one of the wonderful teachers--…read moreLorraine-- when she explained the school's philosophy. I visited many schools for my 4 yr old, and I was becoming so discouraged. I cried when Lorraine started sharing because I knew that my son would experience emotional safety here, that he would be seen and respected as a unique person, and that he would be given developmentally appropriate opportunities to express agency. I immediately knew that his creativity would flourish here, and I was right. Lorraine told me about how children's feeling are fully accepted; tears are permitted, not shamed. Not coincidentally, emotional validation paired with clear boundaries creates a safe environment, which in turn creates space for uninhibited joy. In the other schools I visited, the children were eerily silent. When I came to Discovery, I heard laughter and I saw kids being kids-- free, creative, silly, working together and joking with one of the teachers. It was gorgeous. Discovery Gardens is a true Reggio-Emilia experience. This is exactly what progressive education should look like, and my only disappointment is that the school doesn't have classes for kids past age 6. The director, Cynthia Greenspan, is a wellspring of creativity and knowledge about child development. Her passion and intentionality are evident in every inch of the beautiful indoor and outdoor spaces. She understands what children need to thrive, and her teachers are well educated and attuned; I truly believe that everyone who works here wants to be here. My son's interests have been followed as he's been given freedom in this rich environment, which is exactly how learning ought to take place. He's come back home talking about grubs and invasive species, plants, and space. He's been given responsibility and opportunities to express leadership. I am so thankful for the way Cynthia is running this school, giving children the opportunity to learn through play and experience. The community she has formed here is absolutely beautiful, and I am so thankful that I can have this level of trust in the holistic care that my son is receiving.